Real Green Concrete and LKAB Minerals Partner to Accelerate Cement-Free Concrete Innovation
We are pleased to announce that Real Green Concrete has entered into a strategic partnership with LKAB Minerals through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking an important step in advancing the development and supply of low-carbon, cement-free concrete solutions.
This collaboration brings together LKAB Minerals' extensive expertise in industrial minerals and cementitious materials with Real Green Concrete's innovative Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC)-free binder technology. Together, we share a common goal: helping the construction industry transition towards more sustainable building materials without compromising performance.
Concrete products representing sustainable construction, low-carbon concrete innovation, and embodied carbon reduction.
Tackling One of Construction's Biggest Challenges
Concrete is the world's most widely used construction material and plays a critical role in modern infrastructure. However, the cement and concrete industry is responsible for approximately 8% of global carbon dioxide emissions, with the vast majority linked to Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC), the traditional binding agent used in concrete.
Real Green Concrete's patented technology eliminates the need for OPC entirely by utilising industrial by-products that would otherwise be sent to landfill. This approach has the potential to significantly reduce embodied carbon emissions while also lowering water consumption by up to 30%.
Moving from Innovation to Commercial Reality
The partnership with LKAB Minerals represents a significant milestone in bringing cement-free concrete solutions closer to mainstream adoption.
The initial focus of the collaboration is supporting customers in developing lower-carbon concrete mixes that maintain the strength, consistency, and durability required by modern construction projects. Trial blends are currently being produced using LKAB Minerals' cementitious materials at their Flixborough facility, with ongoing testing generating positive feedback from both customers and industry stakeholders.
Beyond product development, the partnership creates a platform for continued technical innovation, helping ensure future solutions align with evolving regulations, sustainability targets, and market demands.
Industry Collaboration Driving Change
Dr Aissa Bouaissi, Founder and Inventor of Real Green Concrete, commented:
"Our partnership with LKAB Minerals brings together industrial scale and cement-free innovation, helping move sustainable concrete from concept to commercial reality. By combining expertise and local supply capability, we can support customers looking to reduce impact without compromising performance."
The construction sector faces increasing pressure to reduce carbon emissions and improve resource efficiency. Meaningful progress will require collaboration across the supply chain, bringing together expertise in materials, manufacturing, and innovation.
By combining LKAB Minerals' materials expertise with Real Green Concrete's technology, this partnership aims to help accelerate the transition towards more sustainable construction materials and support the industry's journey towards a lower-carbon future.
Construction workers placing concrete as the industry explores sustainable alternatives to traditional cement-based materials.
About RGC
Real Green Concrete is a sustainable construction materials company developing innovative cement-free concrete technology. By replacing Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) with alternative binder systems derived from industrial by-products, Real Green Concrete helps reduce embodied carbon while maintaining the performance standards required for modern construction.
Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards lower-carbon building materials through practical, scalable solutions that integrate with existing construction practices.
For more information about Real Green Concrete and our cement-free technology, please contact us at info@realgreenconcrete.com.
About LKAB Minerals
LKAB Minerals is an international industrial minerals company and part of the LKAB Group. The company supplies a wide range of mineral and material solutions to industries including construction, steel manufacturing, agriculture, and infrastructure.
With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and responsible resource use, LKAB Minerals works closely with customers to develop materials that help improve performance while supporting environmental goals.
To learn more about LKAB Minerals, visit www.lkabminerals.com.